Monroe County, PA · Secure your contract
File a Memorandum of Contract in Monroe County
Under contract on a Monroe County (pop. 167,179) property? Recording a memorandum of contract gives the public constructive notice of your equitable interest, so the seller can’t sell out from under you. You complete and sign it online; Jurably notarizes and records it.
How it works in Monroe County
Monroe County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly. It is lawful notice of a genuine, executed contract — not a lien and not a pressure tactic. When your deal closes or ends, Jurably records a prompt release to clear the record.
Need the recorder-office details, fees, and formatting for Monroe County? See the Monroe County recording reference.
Securing a contract in Monroe County — FAQ
How do I secure a real-estate contract in Monroe County?
Record a memorandum of contract in the Monroe County real-property records. It puts the public on notice of your equitable interest so the seller can’t cleanly sell to someone else. Notarized online, recorded with the county, and returned to you.
Does Monroe County allow electronic recording of a memorandum?
Monroe County supports electronic recording (via Simplifile, CSC, ePN), so a compliant memorandum can be on record quickly.
What does it cost to record a memorandum in Monroe County?
One flat price that includes the county fee (Deeds & mortgages: $86.75 (covers first 4 pages/4 names); other documents (satisfaction, assignment, release, sales agreement, etc.): $58.75 first / $2.00 per page over 4; $0.50 per name over 4 add'l (+Mailed-copy request fee $1.00/page; certification $3.00)), your online notary session, and tracking to a recording number.